The Do it Best Foundation is thrilled to announce the relaunch of one of the city’s favorite food and fundraising events – Cookin’ Fort Wayne! This exciting and reinvigorated event will be held at the Electric Works campus on May 14, 2026, benefitting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Indiana, making a lasting impact on families in our community.
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Fort Wayne's
Foodie Fundraiser

From the Fort Wayne Fire Department to legendary chefs, there’s something for every palette. All proceeds go to support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Indiana.

From drinks to dessert, indulge in over 100+ bite-sized temptations while the band Sunglass at Night sets the mood for a perfect evening. Sip, savor, and taste your way through every flavor, whether you are a Grill Seeker, make a Pour Decision, need a Sweet Stop, or sample it all with our Mini Mains. This is one night your taste buds won't forget!

When & Where

MAY 21, 2026 | ELECTRIC WORKS

5 pm | VIP Rooftop opens
5:45 pm | VIP early access to main event
6 pm | Doors open for general admission
9 pm | Closing time

CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE

GET YOUR TICKETS 

Cookin' Fort Wayne features two ticket options to choose from:

General Admission

Indulge in 100+ food and drink from four categories:

Mini Mains: Apps, entrée, soups, etc.
Grill Seekers: Smoked/grilled masterpieces
Pour Decisions: Alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks
Sweet Stop: Desserts
Your chance at amazing prizes – coming soon!
GET YOUR TICKETS
$100

VIP Experience

Includes everything in General Admission plus these extra perks:

Exclusive experience above Fort Wayne’s skyline on the beautiful Do it Best rooftop
Open bar (beer and wine)
VIP-only Mini Mains
Live performance by Whoa Man
Early access to the main event
GET YOUR TICKETS
$200
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MAKING IT HAPPEN

Apply to be a chef

We’re inviting Fort Wayne’s chefs and culinary enthusiasts to step up to the plate and showcase their skills for a great cause. Ready to be part of this culinary tradition? Become a participating chef and help us serve up a night to remember!

APPLY TO BE A CHEF

Apply to be a volunteer

From registration to chef pod runners, there’s a volunteer opportunity for all capabilities. Visit our volunteer sign-up page to see detailed descriptions of each volunteer opportunity and join the crew!

APPLY TO BE A VOLUNTEER
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Indiana (RMHC of Northeast Indiana) provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare. RMHC of Northeast Indiana operates the Ronald McDonald House and Ronald McDonald Family Lounge, both offering care to families of hospitalized children 21 and under at no charge, as well as the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, a mobile medical unit delivering preventive pediatric care to vulnerable neighborhoods and at no charge to families without insurance. For more information on RMHC of Northeast Indiana, or to learn how you can help, please visit rmhc-neindiana.org.